12 Workers Die in Sikkim Tunnel Collapse After Methane Gas Explosion
Summary
Twelve workers died in a tunnel collapse caused by a methane gas explosion during construction in Sikkim, India, with rescue operations ongoing for 13 trapped workers.
Key Points
- 12 workers died in a methane gas explosion and tunnel collapse in Sikkim, India.
- The tunnel was part of a hydroelectric project by National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC).
- Search and rescue operations continue for 13 workers trapped inside the tunnel.
- A special investigation team has been formed by Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang to probe the incident.
